The huge conference center was squeezed out by hundreds of Chinese and foreign journalists. The photographer who arrived before dawn even pushed and squeezed, occupying the best position and setting up the camera and camera. When Huang Guowei, Foreign Minister of the Republic of China, walked out from behind the scenes, the reporters widened their eyes, waiting for an "expected" news.

The conflict that happened in the East China Sea yesterday is no longer news.

The first report was the N reporter stationed on the USS Washington aircraft carrier. Then the Asahi Shimbun of Japan reported the incident with a prominent title on the front page of the Morning Post. Two of the three parties involved "stated" one after another. All reporters with some experience in their work knew that the Republic would definitely make a statement this morning, and the Republic's Ministry of Foreign Affairs would come forward to express its statement in the form of a press conference.

As a result, hundreds of newspapers and TV reporters stationed in Beijing rushed over before dawn.

But none of the reporters expected that the person who chaired the press conference was not the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the Foreign Minister.

The quick-reacting reporter immediately took out his cell phone and asked the rear to reserve news content for prime time or the front page of the evening newspaper. They all knew that the release of relevant news by the foreign minister of the Republic not only showed that the situation was very serious, but also showed that the Republic's attitude was very tough.

"Everyone, please abide by the venue discipline. This time it is a press conference, and the Foreign Minister will not accept any questions."

After the host's opening remarks, Huang Guowei walked onto the podium with the manuscript paper. "Hello everyone, I am Huang Guowei, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State Council of the Republic."

The brief self-introduction attracted well-intentioned laughter from reporters.

Huang Guowei can be regarded as a famous figure in the Republic and a well-known figure in diplomatic occasions. In addition to dealing with international events that maliciously provoke the sovereignty and majesty of the Republic, Huang Guowei left outsiders with a good image of humor, free from words and laughter and grace.

"Today, on behalf of the State Council of the Republic, I issued a strong condemnation statement." Huang Guowei did not make any preparations and went straight to the topic. "Yesterday, at 11:30 on July 27, Beijing time, the combat ships of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and the combat aircraft of the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force, regardless of our solemn warning, intercepted our ships on international routes and tried to board our ships. It clashed with the warships and fighter planes several times,

The point has irreparable serious consequences. On behalf of the State Council of the Republic, I would like to make the strongest protests to the Japanese authorities and solemnly declare that all the consequences caused will be borne by Japan unilaterally. In order to express the resolute defense of the Republic's right to free navigation of the Republic's ships in international waters and the Republic's right to free trade around the world, on behalf of the Republic's State Council, I would like to announce here that the strategic economic negotiations with Japan will be postponed indefinitely from now on!”

Before the words were finished, the reporters were stunned.

Before the reporters could react, Huang Guowei left the podium and retreated behind the scenes.

"Everyone. Today's press conference ends here."

After a few seconds of silence, the conference center was in full swing. Almost all local reporters took out their cell phones and dialed the headquarters number and reported this major incident just now.

This must be a very important event.

A month ago, the high-level delegation of the Republic held the first round of strategic economic dialogue with the Japanese government in Tokyo and launched negotiations on strategic economic cooperation. At that time, the incident was hyped up. Information revealed from various channels proved that the Republic would purchase tens of billions of dollars of goods from Japan within three years, providing employment opportunities for hundreds of thousands of Japanese people, and allowing tens of thousands of Japanese companies to obtain "winter" food and grass. At that time, almost everyone believed that the Republic extended a helping hand to Japan in the middle of the severe winter of the economy. What's more, some economic experts believed that by reaching strategic economic cooperation with the Republic, the Great Recession of Japan, which lasted for twenty years, would quickly end and embark on the road of economic rejuvenation again.

A maritime conflict, Huang Guowei's words completely ruined the hope of Japan's economic recovery.

Half an hour later, Huang Guowei hurried into the head of state's study in Xipu Garden.

"Guowei, why did he sweat all over? Are those reporters making things difficult for you again?"

"No, no. I left before the reporter asked a question." Huang Guowei picked up the teacup placed on the coffee table and took a few sips. "Head of the People's Republic of China, have we done too much?"

"What does it mean?" Ji Youguo walked over and asked Huang Guowei to sit down.

"This 'bomb' is too powerful, and it may backfire."

"You mean, Japan will react excessively?" Ji Youguo smiled faintly and added water to the teacup that Huang Guowei had drunk.

"Yes, I think it's a bit too much." Huang Guowei sighed, "You also know that Japan cares very much about this strategic economic dialogue. Even Prime Minister Aso puts his hope of re-election on the dialogue. But we locked the door to negotiations and will definitely have a huge impact on the Japanese politics and the Japanese economy. Maybe the Liberal Democratic Party, which has been in power for more than 50 years, will lose the election because of this."

"Is that true?" Ji Youguo shook his head with a smile, "Then tell me, what impact will it have on us if the Liberal Democratic Party loses the election?"

"This..." Huang Guowei hesitated for a moment, and he felt that the head of state could not not know the answer to this question.

Ji Youguo did not rush to speak, and looked at him as if he was listening attentively.

"The economic crisis has a very serious impact on Japan, which is the hardest hit area around the world. Prime Minister Aso came to power after the crisis broke out, but failed to turn the tide. The economic rescue measures he took did not play a substantial role, making Japan fall deeper and deeper in the economic crisis. Therefore, economic problems have become a fatal flaw for Prime Minister Aso and even the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan in the upcoming House election." Before becoming Foreign Minister, Huang Guowei served as the director of the East Asia Department of the Institute of Foreign Policy and was very familiar with the situation of East Asian countries. "The only one who can challenge the Liberal Democratic Party now is the Democratic Party led by Ozawa. The biggest disadvantage of the Democratic Party is that it has no experience in governing, and its commitments to voters are too extensive, and it has not proposed any administrative policies to achieve administrative purposes. In addition, the Democratic Party does not have many ways to improve Japan's economy. If we do not throw this 'bomb', the Democratic Party is not sure of winning."

"Democratic Party?" Ji Youguo nodded thoughtfully, "You mean, the chances of Democratic Party being elected have increased significantly now?"

“That’s exactly that.”

"So, what impact will it have on us?" Ji Youguo brought the topic back.

"Head of War..." Huang Guowei suddenly became excited, and then controlled his emotions. "The Democratic Party has always advocated the abolition of the peaceful constitution, establishing a regular army, strengthening the Japanese national system, and gaining the status of an independent major power. In addition, the Democratic Party is also very radical in regional policies, and most people even insist that Japan should develop nuclear arms and make Japan a recognized world power. If the Democratic Party comes to power, the situation in East Asia will probably cause severe turmoil."

"Is that?" Ji Youguo touched his chin and said, "Your analysis makes some sense, and I don't deny that the Democratic Party is indeed much radical than the Liberal Democratic Party, but I don't agree with some of your views. First, after the Democratic Party comes to power, it is impossible for Japan to break free from the control of the United States overnight. It will inevitably continue to adopt a policy of relying on the United States, and at the same time strengthen military investment, engage in diversified diplomacy, and seek a great power. Secondly, the Democratic Party cannot change the tradition of more than 60 years after the war overnight and allow all Japanese to accept radical policies. In order to consolidate the regime, the Democratic Party cannot change the tradition of more than 60 years after the war, so that all Japanese people can accept radical policies.

To expand political influence, the Democratic Party still has to use its main force to improve the domestic economy and increase national income. Of course, the policies it adopts will definitely be more threatening, such as creating more jobs by increasing military spending. Finally, it is also the most critical. The people who are most worried about Japan's militarization and fear the most are not us, but the United States and South Korea. If the Democratic Party comes to power and engage in independent politics and balanced diplomacy, we may not need to put pressure on it. The United States and South Korea will change their policies to Japan and affect the political trend in Japan."

"But, this is not good for us either."

"That's not necessarily." Ji Yuguo smiled, "If the Democratic Party has firmly taken the position of the ruling party, such as improving the domestic economic situation, increasing the income of voters, and receiving the support of most voters, it will definitely continue to advance its radical policies. At this point, the conflict between Japan and South Korea will become more acute, and the United States will also be on guard against Japan. At that time, the Northeast Asian military alliance carefully constructed by the United States will inevitably collapse. Do you think this is good for us?"

Huang Guowei was secretly shocked and said, "The problem is that the Democratic Party may not be as good as the Liberal Democratic Party in terms of economic development."

"Yes, this is a problem, a very serious problem." Ji Yuguo touched his chin, "However, it is too early to talk about these things. After the Japanese general election is over, we will discuss this issue in detail."

Hearing this, Huang Guowei felt confident.

The head of state can see clearly and see the long-term, and before taking this move, he had already arranged the next few moves. As a senior diplomat, Huang Guowei knew that the head of the Republic the least should be offended in the world.

After seeing off Huang Guowei, Ji Youguo pondered for a while, and then picked up the red phone on the desk. This is the head of state hotline, which can be directly called to the head of state or government of any country that has established a head of state with the Republic.

A few key pieces have been laid, and the rest is how to eat the opponent's dragon.
Chapter completed!